Simple Yet Essential Health Tips Everyone Should Know

By Bryan Kittman | July 12, 2019

One of the greatest things you can do for yourself is to take care of your health. Unfortunately, this incredibly important aspect is often overlooked and lost among the grand scheme of things in our busy lives. Thankfully, we live in a time where it’s easy to find out what you need to do to keep your health in optimal condition. Here are some essential, yet simple, health tips you should know to live your best life.

Exercise really is the best

Depression and anxiety affect nearly 20% of Americans some time in their lives. While it can be a quick fix to go to the doctor and get a prescription for antidepressants, the long list of side effects associated with them should cause you to proceed with caution. Many people will misunderstand just how powerful exercise can be in elevating one’s mood. Not only is it a healthy practice, but it has also been shown to raise your serotonin levels, boost confidence, and reduce levels of cortisol.

Water should be your go-to

With a seemingly endless variety of sodas, teas, sports drinks, and juices, water is often overlooked as being a bland choice of beverage to quench your thirst. However, our bodies need and often crave water. Not only does it keep you hydrated, it will help boost your metabolism and help lift any brain fog you may be experiencing. Try starting your day off with a tall glass of water in the morning.

Keep your mind sharp

Sitting in front of the TV bingeing the newest season of Stranger Things is by no means a bad thing, but it’s important to keep your mind sharp with activities that challenge your mental acuity. Try spending at least an hour or so a week engaging in mentally challenging activities like reading non-fiction, learning a new skill, or writing. This will help keep those precious neural connections in your brain strong and ready for any challenge.

Prioritize sleep

After a long day at work, sometimes you just need some “me time” to unwind. But when it comes to your health, your body’s “me time” is sleep. Sleep is the time where your body can rejuvenate and restore its many systems, and when you don’t get enough, it can be devastating to your health. Even though we live in a constantly connected age, try using these tips to help you get the sleep you need to live your best life.

Start meditating

Meditation is something that everyone likes the idea of, but never actually goes through with doing. Sitting still while doing nothing for prolonged periods of time? Yeah, I think it sounds boring too. However, with a plethora of guided meditation apps available, meditating for just 10 minutes a day can become a viable habit that will provide a host of benefits to your daily life. Meditating can help you organize your thoughts, reduce anxiety, help you find enjoyment in the little things in life, and even help you sleep better.

Equipped with these simple health tips, you can be assured you’re on your way to living a happy and healthy life.